Middle East travel guide
Driving in Iran with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Iran. Iran drives on the right and recognises the 1949 Geneva IDP; tourists must carry it with their national licence and passport.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Iran
- Drive on the right amid heavy city traffic.
- Zero alcohol — alcohol is prohibited.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
- Speed cameras on highways.
At the rental desk
Tehran desks require an IDP; self-drive is uncommon for tourists.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Iran with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Iran requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Iran drive on?
Iran drives on the right.
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